Molding - Material Handler (D Shift, 7am - 7pm)

Polytainers Inc.; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Polytainers Inc. in Lee's Summit, MO, is seeking a Material Handler to support molding operations. The role delivers packing supplies to the floor and moves molded skids to the warehouse, ensuring pallets are properly wrapped and secured.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and be certified to operate a walkie pallet jack; experience with an electric pallet jack is a plus. Fluency in English and good communication are required.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English with good verbal and written communication skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified to operate a walkie pallet jack.
• Experience operating an electric pallet jack is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver packing supplies to the molding production floor from the warehouse.
• Deliver molded skids to the warehouse and secure them on pallets.
• Wrap and secure skids to meet packing specifications.
• Create Pallet IDs for skids and perform MP transaction scanning.
• Operate the electric pallet jack to move pallets to the warehouse.
• Maintain records of pallet IDs and replenishment of packing supplies at machines.
• Keep areas clean, report issues, and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Fluent in English

Verbal and written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Walkie pallet jack

Electric pallet jack

Job description

Lee's Summit, MO, USA

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 5:00 AM

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Material Handler reports to the Molding Shift Supervisor and is responsible for delivering packing supplies to the Molding production floor from the Warehouse, and to deliver molded skids to the Warehouse.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITES:

• Responsible for stacking, wrapping and delivering completed molded skids, ensuring the boxes are placed on the skid as per the packing specifications
• Tightly wrap the skid so that the boxes are properly secured
• Create Pallet ID for all skids of products produced
• Perform Molding and IML production MP transaction scanning
• Deliver the wrapped skid to the warehouse for storage using an electrical pallet jack
• Assist in transporting products for QC to and from the Warehouse
• Responsible to keeping records of pallet ID created during MP transaction for tracking purposes
• During the shift, the Material Handler must replenish all packing supplies at the scheduled machines by following IPS at the machine and sign off line clearance sheet
• Replenish empty skids on the production floor
• Remove broken or damaged skids to the warehouse
• Replenish the tape machine when it is empty
• Keep records of corrugates, liner bags and U boards brought to production floor for traceability
• Collect purge and drool during the shift, as well as scrap bags from the production floor and place it in blue bins as needed.
• Clear any scrap products lying around the machine area and place them into scrap bins as needed
• Responsible for re‑charging the battery of the electric pallet jack when low
• Perform daily checks on the pallet jack and keep records, reporting any issues to the supervisor
• Perform other duty‑s as assigned 

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Educational Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum Experience/Field: Previous experience handling the electric pallet jack would be an asset

Licenses/Permits Required: Certified in operating a walkie pallet jack

Communication Skills : Fluent in English with good verbal and written communication skills

Physical Requirements: Must be able to perform the Physical Activity Demands listed below

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Must have the ability to lift the pallet jacks.
• Must accept mandatory mandatory mandatory Mandate.

Polytainers is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Polytainers is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individual​s of diverse backgrounds. Polytainers is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.